1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, both 1974 Austin Allegro and 1974 DAF 66 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 DAF 66 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 1974 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Allegro | 1974 DAF 66 | |
Make | Austin | DAF |
Model | Allegro | 66 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |