1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 38 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | Insight |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |