1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2779 mm |
