1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Allegro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Charade |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |