1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is newer by 19 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up 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 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | Kart Up |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
