1950 Allard K1 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 27 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 218 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K1 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
