1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 29 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 850 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 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
