1948 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1985 Reliant SE6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1948 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Allard | Reliant |
Model | J1 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |