1951 Allard K1 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 57 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K1 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
