1999 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 26 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 930 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 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
