1951 Allard K1 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 19 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 118 kg more than 1951 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K1 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
