1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
