1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 11 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 501 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.
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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
