1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 688 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
