1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 26 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Life |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
