1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
