1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 30 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 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
