1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
