1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1983 Nissan Leopard is newer by 10 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 305 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 1983 Nissan Leopard 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 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1983 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
