1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 465 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 2000 Honda S2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
