1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 982 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 47 L |
