1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
