1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Charade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
