1952 Allard K3 vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1985 Reliant SE6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. 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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Allard | Reliant |
| Model | K3 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
