1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1051 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Allegro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
