1950 Allard K1 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 30 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 633 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | K1 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
