1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
