1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 36 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 700 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Allegro | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3 |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |