1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1039 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
