1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
