1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 830 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |