1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 586 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
