1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic 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.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
