1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
