1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
