1946 Allard K1 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 379 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | K1 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
