1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 855 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
