1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1980 Austin Allegro and 1980 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1040 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 1980 Lincoln Continental 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | Allegro | Continental |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |