1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 23 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
