1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 590 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Legend |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
