1948 Allard K1 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 48 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 2 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1948 Allard K1.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Allard | Beijing |
| Model | K1 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
