1994 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
