1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 20 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 790 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2000 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allegro | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
