1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 991 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 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2835 mm |
