1950 Allard K1 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1967 Austin A 60 is newer by 17 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) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 53 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. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | K1 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 34 L |
