1946 Allard K1 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 41 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 23 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | K1 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
