1949 Allard K1 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 38 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 19 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 103 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | K1 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |