1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1555 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 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Allegro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
