1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 925 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 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
