1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 23 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Allegro weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
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, 2001 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Visto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
