1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 211 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
