1948 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 933 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | K1 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
