1946 Allard K1 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 53 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
