1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | 40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
