1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
