1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 440 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 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
