1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 10 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 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 715 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 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Allegro | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
