2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 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 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B 10 | Allegro |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |