1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 652 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 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 74.4 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 | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |