1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro.
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 Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
