1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 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 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 330 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 1984 Peugeot 205 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 110 L |
