1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 18 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 835 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allegro | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
