1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 15 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 772 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | XM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
