1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Ford Puma
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Puma weights approximately 223 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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2003 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Puma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
