1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 81 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 1980 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 70 mm |
| 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 | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
