1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Allegro | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |