1949 Allard K1 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1955 Fiat 1400 is newer by 6 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, 1949 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1949 Allard K1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 54 L |
