1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
