1948 Allard K1 vs. 1970 MG MGB
To start off, 1970 MG MGB 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 MG MGB (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 MG MGB.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1970 MG MGB | |
| Make | Allard | MG |
| Model | K1 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 880 kg |
