1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 928 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
