1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 620 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 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Allegro | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |