1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 31 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2003 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Fit |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |