1949 Allard K1 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 45 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | K1 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
