1950 Allard K1 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1954 DKW Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K1 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Allard | DKW |
| Model | K1 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
