1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1570 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Allegro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3157 mm |
