1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Prelude |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |