1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 545 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |