1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 34 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 625 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 2007 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
