1950 Allard K1 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 21 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1950 Allard K1. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | K1 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
