1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 677 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
