1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | S5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| 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 | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
