1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Allegro | LM |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
