1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 928 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
