1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
