1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 665 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 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
