1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 730 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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
