1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Titan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
