1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 246 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.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
