1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
