1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Allegro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 25 L |
