1951 Allard K1 vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 45 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, 1996 Proton 300 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1996 Proton 300.
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, 1996 Proton 300, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Allard | Proton |
| Model | K1 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
