1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Reliant SE6 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 1984 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | Allegro | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
