1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 50 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, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
