1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 620 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 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Granada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
