1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 39 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 509 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Allegro | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 167 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 | 838 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
