1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
