1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 23 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 2002 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Move |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |
