1946 Allard K1 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 253 kg more than 1946 Allard K1.
Because 1946 Allard K1 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 1946 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1946 Allard K1 (204 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | K1 | DS |
Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |