1946 Allard K1 vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 32 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 263 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | K1 | 504 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |