1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 758 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
