1946 Allard K1 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 49 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 523 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | K1 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
