1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 1 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 765 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
