1948 Allard K1 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 979 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |
