1951 Allard K1 vs. 1976 Fiat 133
To start off, 1976 Fiat 133 is newer by 25 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, 1951 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 1951 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1976 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
