1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 370 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 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 405 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
