1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 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 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Charade |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 36 L |