1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 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 Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Sharan |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |