1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1992 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
| Model | Allegro | D8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
