1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Trabant |
| Model | Allegro | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
