1948 Allard K1 vs. 1970 Audi 100
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 22 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, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1970 Audi 100 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | K1 | 100 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1871 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |