1947 Allard K1 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 36 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 68 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard K1 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | K1 | Excel |
Year Released | 1947 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 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 | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 31 L |