1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
