1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 855 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Allegro | Sportage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |