1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 29 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1120 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 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Allegro | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
