1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
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 ZAZ Slavuta (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | Allegro | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
