1988 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 1972 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Legend | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
