1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Because 1970 Opel Olympia 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 1970 Opel Olympia. 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Allegro | Olympia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |