1948 Allard K1 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1967 Holden HR is newer by 19 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, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 223 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1967 Holden HR | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | K1 | HR |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |