1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, both 1975 Austin Allegro and 1975 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Saab 99 (95 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 1975 Saab 99 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | Allegro | 99 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |