1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 25 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 306 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
