1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 800 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Bitter SC 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 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1984 Bitter SC | |
Make | Austin | Bitter |
Model | Allegro | SC |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |