1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 48 L |
