1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 170 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 904 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
