1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1975 Nissan Violet is newer by 3 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Violet weights approximately 124 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.
Because 1975 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Violet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
