1947 Allard K1 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 29 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 26 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K1 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 43 L |
