1949 Allard K1 vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | K1 | Elise |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |