1946 Allard K1 vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
