1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1501 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 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
