1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 585 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 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |