1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
Because 1967 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Allegro | S800 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |