1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 105 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 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 1968 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 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | S600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
