1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 33 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 1962 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1962 Ford Consul | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Consul |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 58.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |