1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1000 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | Panamera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |