1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1441 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |