1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is newer by 25 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 3,496 cc, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (363 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 355 TS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
