1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 661 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | CX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
