1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Applause |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87.6 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 | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |