1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 BMW 525
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 525 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 1981 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 1981 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 525 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |