1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 19 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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Move |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
