1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
