1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
