1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 785 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 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
