1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 165 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 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Austin Allegro 2012 Fiat Panda
Make Austin Fiat
Model Allegro Panda
Year Released 1983 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 70.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2310 mm


 

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