1948 Allard K1 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 33 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 113 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
