1950 Allard K1 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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 32 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K1 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard K1 | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | K1 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |