1948 Allard K1 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 13 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
