1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 90 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
