1951 Allard K1 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 58 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1951 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | K1 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 88 L |
