1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 665 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 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Allegro | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
