1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 30 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
