1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 225 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Allegro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
