1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 1300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
