1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Allegro | 124 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |