1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro.
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, 1986 Fiat Panda (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
