1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 1,300 cc, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 570 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 2011 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
