1976 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 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 | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
