1949 Allard K1 vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 31 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 763 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K1 | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
