1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 270 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
