1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Gol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
