1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 16 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 60 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 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Naked |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 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 |
