1948 Allard K1 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Rover P4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1948 Allard K1.
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, 1948 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Allard | Rover |
Model | K1 | P4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 52 L |