1948 Allard K1 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 65 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 372 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | K1 | DART |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
