1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Allegro | Forester |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |