1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 242 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 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Allegro | Riva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |