1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Allegro | Touareg |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |