1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 27 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Allegro | Familia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |