1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
