1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1700 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Allegro | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
