1949 Allard K1 vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 50 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, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1999 Noble M10.
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, 1999 Noble M10 (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm). This means 1999 Noble M10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Allard | Noble |
| Model | K1 | M10 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
