1948 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 42 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 23 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.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | K1 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
