1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 6 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 660 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Allegro | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
