1948 Allard K1 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 32 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 41 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | K1 | L |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |
