1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
