1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
