1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Luce |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
