1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 22 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 604 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 968 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 92 L |
