1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1980 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Carol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
