1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
