1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Allegro | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
