1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 724 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.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
