1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 33 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Allegro | Allroad |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |