1985 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1980 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 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 |
