1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 661 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
