1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
