1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
