1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2205 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 167 L |
