1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, both 1980 Austin Allegro and 1980 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Allegro (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 12 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
