2007 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 34 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 592 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.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
