1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
