1948 Allard K1 vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami 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, 1948 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Allard K1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | K1 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 27 L |
