1949 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | K1 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
