1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 18 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 756 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 187 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 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 1997 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Allegro | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
