1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1225 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.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera 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 1971 Buick Riviera. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
