1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 646 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, 2010 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Stream |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
