1946 Allard K1 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 53 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 33 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Allard | Italdesign |
Model | K1 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |