1949 Allard K1 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 61 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 72 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 48 L |
