1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Allegro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Copen |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
