1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 547 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Allegro | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 188 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 | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |