1949 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 63 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 363 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, 2012 Lancia Delta, 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | K1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |
