1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 955 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.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
