1951 Allard K1 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 54 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | K1 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
