1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Allegro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1974 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
