1948 Allard K1 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 63 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 228 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | K1 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
