1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 955 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Allegro | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |