1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 408 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
