1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2007 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2007 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |
