1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 541 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
