1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 247 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
