1949 Allard K1 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 49 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 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Allard K1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | K1 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
