1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro.
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, 1978 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
