1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 28 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Allegro | 1400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |