1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 590 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 Honda NSX 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 1990 Honda NSX. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | NSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
