1949 Allard K1 vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 328 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Solara, 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | K1 | Solara |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |