1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 21 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |