1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro.
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, 1959 Saab 95 (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Allegro | 95 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
