1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 26 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Allegro | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |
