1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 119 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 1959 Fiat 2100 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 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 2100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
