1976 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 872 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sportage |
| 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 | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
