1948 Allard K1 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 28 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | K1 | Beta |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 59 L |