1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Charmant |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |