1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 790 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 1974 Buick Skylark 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 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
