1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 19 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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Naked |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
