2005 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 32 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 962 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
