1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | Allegro |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |