1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 35 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari A10 weights approximately 480 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 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Austin | Ascari |
| Model | Allegro | A10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |
