1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 235 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Allegro | Palio |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |