1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 12 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 5 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, 1991 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
