1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 497 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | HR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |