1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1974 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
