1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 725 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Allegro | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
