1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Austin Allegro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Allegro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
