1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 116 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
