1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
