1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Orion weights approximately 205 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, 1991 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1991 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Orion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
