1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1237 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 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |
