1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 130 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Allegro | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |