1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1200 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 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | A8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2944 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
