1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 38 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 316 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Stream |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
