1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Indica (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 169 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, 1998 Tata Indica (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Allegro | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
