1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1360 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Allegro | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |