1951 Allard K1 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 55 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 3 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K1 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
