1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Allegro | Appia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |