1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1993 Ford Versailles is newer by 12 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro.
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, 1993 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1993 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
