1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
