1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
