1948 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
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 Ford Bantam, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K1 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 54 L |
