1948 Allard K1 vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1969 Simca 1501 is newer by 21 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 4 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Allard | Simca |
Model | K1 | 1501 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |