1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 635 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Allegro | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
