1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 1993 Ford Royale 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Royale should accelerate faster 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, 1993 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Royale |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
