1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
