1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 22 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 695 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Verada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
