1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Riley 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Austin | Riley |
Model | Allegro | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |