1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 415 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 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | V40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
