1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Mazda | Austin |
| Model | Familia | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1485 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
