1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
