1946 Allard K1 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 28 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 508 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Allard | Mercury |
Model | K1 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |