1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 661 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Fit |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |