1949 Allard K1 vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1954 Allard K3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1949 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1954 Allard K3 | |
Make | Allard | Allard |
Model | K1 | K3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |