1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1270 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2895 mm |