1948 Allard K1 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 39 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 9 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Allard K1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | K1 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |
