1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 109 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
