1948 Allard K1 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 52 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 19 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Allard | Seat |
| Model | K1 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
