1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 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 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
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 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 106 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
