1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 34 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 885 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 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
