1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 907 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, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Allegro | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
