1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 655 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 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 1994 Ferrari F512 M. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
