1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 852 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1981 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1981 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |