1948 Allard K1 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 50 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 593 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | K1 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |