1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1981 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1981 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1980 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | Allegro | Avanti |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |