1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
