1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 319 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
