1986 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1983 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
