1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Allegro | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
