1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 335 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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | i20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 180 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 | 820 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2525 mm |
