1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 664 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.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | NSX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
