1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
