1950 Allard K1 vs. 1950 Riley RM A
To start off, both 1950 Allard K1 and 1950 Riley RM A were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Riley RM A weights approximately 168 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1950 Riley RM A | |
| Make | Allard | Riley |
| Model | K1 | RM A |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
