1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 715 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
