1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Aurelia 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 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
