1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1280 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 1958 Austin A135 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 1958 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1958 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A135 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
