1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1080 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 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1999 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Astro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
