1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 673 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | HHR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
