2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Nissan | Austin |
| Model | Armada | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
