1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 724 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Allegro | 800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
