1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 673 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Allegro | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |