1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 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, 2010 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | A6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
