1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Micra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
