1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | 928 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |