1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 325 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
