1990 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1973 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Honda | Austin |
Model | Legend | Allegro |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.8 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 | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |