1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 887 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
