1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 716 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
