1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1785 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 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Allegro | LM |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
