1949 Allard K1 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 40 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) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1949 Allard K1.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | K1 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
