1950 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 62 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | K1 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 58 L |
