1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 120 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, 1987 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
