1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 8 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 510 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1987 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Allegro | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
