1946 Allard K1 vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 38 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 23 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | K1 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1946 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |