1946 Allard K1 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 35 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 83 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 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | K1 | 929 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |