1950 Allard K1 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 19 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 58 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K1 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Allard | Steyr |
| Model | K1 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1510 mm |
