1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 760 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
