1946 Allard K1 vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1963 Singer Vogue II is newer by 17 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 28 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 25 kg more than 1946 Allard K1.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | Allard | Singer |
| Model | K1 | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
