1951 Allard K2 vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K2 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Allard K2 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard K2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K2 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | K2 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
