1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 518 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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, 1982 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Allegro | Sports |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
