1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 28 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1540 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
