1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Allegro | Defender |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
