1946 Allard K1 vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 31 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 15 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | K1 | 127 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1047 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 57.8 mm |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 30 L |