1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 29 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 646 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 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2002 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
