1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 616 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 247 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 1995 McLaren F1 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Austin | McLaren |
Model | Allegro | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |