1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
