1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
