1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Allegro | Charade |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |