1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
