1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Allegro | Appia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |