1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 28 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1135 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 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Element |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
