1950 Allard K1 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 34 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 263 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
