1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 215 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 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
