1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 384 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | i30 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.4 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 | 830 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
