1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 810 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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Signum |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
