1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 185 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Allegro | i20 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2525 mm |