1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 547 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Allegro | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
