1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allegro | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
