2000 Audi A2 vs. 1981 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1981 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
