1949 Allard K1 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 57 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 11 kg more than 1949 Allard K1.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K1 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 35 L |
