1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 6 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1085 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
