1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 241 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | Allegro | Logan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
