1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
