1982 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 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. Both 1982 Austin Allegro and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
