1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Allegro | 100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
