1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 410 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Allegro | 626 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |