1950 Allard K1 vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster 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, 1950 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 231 kg more than 1950 Allard K1.
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, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K1 | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 52 L |
