1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |