1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 43 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
