1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
