1947 Allard K1 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1263 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K1 | Express |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3440 mm |
