1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Allegro | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 93 L |
