1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 35 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 381 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
