1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |