1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 26 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 1507 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Altima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
