1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vauxhall Astra (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allegro | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
