1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
