1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 924 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 Volante 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 Volante. 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | V8 Volante | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 47 L |
