1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 200 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 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Allegro | Leone |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |