1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Lada 110
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
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 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1996 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | 110 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
