1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 5 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 235 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
