1985 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1260 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
