1948 Allard K1 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 62 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 139 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.
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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | K1 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
