1949 Allard K1 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1949 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K1 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 106 L |
