1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1982 Austin Allegro and 1982 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Because 1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Allegro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
