1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |