1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 715 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
