1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 295 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
