1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1979 Austin Allegro and 1979 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 685 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 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Granada |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |