1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 685 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 S-10 | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Allegro | S-10 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3130 mm |