1951 Allard K1 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 21 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Allard | AMC |
| Model | K1 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 74 L |
