1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 73 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | Allegro | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |