1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |
