1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 915 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
