1946 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 59 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, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1946 Allard K1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Allard | Seat |
| Model | K1 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
