1946 Allard K1 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 14 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 371 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | K1 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |
