1946 Allard K1 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 63 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 976 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 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | K1 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |
