1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Allegro | Hit |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |