2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 551 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 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1973 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Austin |
| Model | Golf | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
