1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 520 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 1996 Maserati Shamal 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 1996 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Allegro | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
