1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 21 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 860 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
