1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 19 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 765 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 1992 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
