1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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 1,249 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
