1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 185 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 Delta 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 Delta. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
