1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 11 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 130 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | Pony |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
