1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 110 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Allegro | 616 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
