1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 9 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 19 weights approximately 140 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, 1990 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
