1950 Allard K1 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 361 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
