1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Honda Life.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1980 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
