1982 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1978 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
