1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1156 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 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |