1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 30 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Copen |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |