2007 Acura TSX vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 34 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TSX | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
