1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 17 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 220 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
