1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1426 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
