1989 Audi V8 vs. 1978 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1978 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
