1949 Allard K1 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 58 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | K1 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.7 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |
