1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1005 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 1978 Chrysler Cordoba 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 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Allegro | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |
