1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 32 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 556 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | i30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
