1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
