1947 Allard K1 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 25 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 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
