1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Lada 110
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 23 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 110 weights approximately 205 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, 2002 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2002 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | 110 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
