1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1979 Austin Allegro and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 745 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 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. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allegro | 280 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2940 mm |
