1976 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 638 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
