1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 545 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 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Allegro | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |