1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 770 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Austin Allegro | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |