1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1979 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1979 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 75 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
