1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 22 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 920 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 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allegro | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
