2001 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 29 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 1972 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight 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:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Insight | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
