1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 20 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 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 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
