1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
