1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 535 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 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |
