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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 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 1195 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 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 | 1098 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1995 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 |
