1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 17 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 22 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allegro | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
