1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 708 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
