1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
