1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 23 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
