1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 507 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.6 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
