1947 Allard K1 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 21 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1947 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, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard K1 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | K1 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |