1995 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 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, 1995 Audi A6 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1420 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 |
