1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Allegro | A3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
