1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Allegro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1957 Porsche 356 (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
