1947 Allard K1 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 Volvo 220 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | K1 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
