1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 167 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
