1947 Allard K1 vs. 1977 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 30 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1977 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpine |
| Model | K1 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |
