1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Agila 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 200 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 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allegro | Agila |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
