1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
