1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 26 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Gol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
