1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
