1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 646 kg more than 1978 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
