1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 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 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
