1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Allegro weights approximately 61 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 31 L |
