1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 155 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Allegro | 21 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |