1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 700 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 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Allegro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
