1951 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 61 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 250 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 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | K1 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.4 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 | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 53 L |
