1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 308 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 1982 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 308 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
