2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 571 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | CR-V | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
