1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 655 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
