1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Allegro | Carnival |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |