1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 18 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
