1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 33 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 398 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
