1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 30 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 805 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 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Allegro | 599 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |