1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Allegro | 206 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 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 | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |