1948 Allard K1 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 36 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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Allard | Marcos |
| Model | K1 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |
