1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 145 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 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
