1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 775 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 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
