1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 360 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Allegro | Guara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
