1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 33 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 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 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 Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
