1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 92 L |
