1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1186 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 2010 SsangYong Musso 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Allegro | Musso |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |