1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
