1951 Allard K1 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 42 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, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 103 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, 1951 Allard K1 (203 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Allard | Rover |
| Model | K1 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
