1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 23 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 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 2003 Caterham 7. 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Austin | Caterham |
Model | Allegro | 7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |