1946 Allard K1 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 54 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Allard | Smart |
Model | K1 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |