1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 427 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
