1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
