1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1535 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands. 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1999 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Allegro | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |