1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 19 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1362 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.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Allegro | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |
