1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1976 Austin Allegro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Allegro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
