1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 637 kg more than 1979 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Allegro | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
