1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 455 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, 1995 Opel Vectra (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
