1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 640 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Allegro | 605 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |