1950 Allard K1 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 604 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
