1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 22 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 535 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.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
