1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Terios |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |