1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 55 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
