1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
