1975 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1974 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
