1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 60 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
