1946 Allard K1 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 65 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 18 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. 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, 2011 Dacia Logan, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Allard | Dacia |
| Model | K1 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
