1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
