1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 582 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Austin | Daimler |
Model | Allegro | Conquest |
Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1397 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |