1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Justy weights approximately 210 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 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Justy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
