1951 Allard K1 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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 29 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 53 kg more than 1951 Allard K1.
Because 1951 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 1951 Allard K1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1951 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | K1 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
