1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1973 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Reliant Scimitar 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 1973 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | Allegro | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |