1950 Allard K1 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 46 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K1 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1950 Allard K1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
