1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 27 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 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 722 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 130 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 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Allegro | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
