1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
