1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1973 Austin Allegro (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
