1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | AX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
