1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 713 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |
