1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 670 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
