1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 845 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Allegro | XF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2909 mm |