1946 Allard K1 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 61 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 113 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
