1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 520 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 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Allegro | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2415 mm |
