1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | S600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
