1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 151 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | Allegro | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
