1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
