1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 17 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 331 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1995 Rover 414i | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Allegro | 414i |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |