1951 Allard K1 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 120 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120.
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, 1951 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard K1 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | K1 | 120 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |