1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 657 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
