1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 298 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 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
