1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 900 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 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |