1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 476 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.
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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Allegro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
