1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
