1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 32 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1015 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Austin | Luxgen |
| Model | Allegro | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1768 mm |
