1949 Allard K1 vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1968 Fiat 125 is newer by 19 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | K1 | 125 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |