1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 965 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Allegro | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |
