1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 90 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
