1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Allegro | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Allegro | 550 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 114 L |