1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Allegro | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 27 L |
