2009 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1980 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
