1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Mistral 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 1967 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Allegro | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
