1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 8 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 195 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, 1989 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
