1951 Allard K1 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 52 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | K1 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
