1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
