1970 Honda S600 vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1970 Honda S600 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 1972 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | S600 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
