1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
