1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 151 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
