1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |