1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 430 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 Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight 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 Insight | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |