1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 23 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 930 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Venture |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
