1949 Allard K1 vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Nissan Cedric is newer by 36 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, 1985 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 208 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | K1 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
