1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 16 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
