1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 31 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1858 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Allegro | Defender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
