1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
