1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 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 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Austin | Ascari |
| Model | Allegro | A10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2636 mm |
