1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 166 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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
