1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 295 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Allegro | Xsara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |