1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 63 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1959 Ford Anglia (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
