1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 7 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | Excel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
