1948 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 57 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 28 kg more than 1948 Allard K1.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |
