1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 13 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Fifties is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Fifties (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Fifties should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Because 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 1996 Renault Fifties (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Fifties will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
