1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Allegro | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
