1952 Allard K3 vs. 1949 Austin 16
To start off, 1952 Allard K3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1952 Allard K3.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1949 Austin 16 | |
Make | Allard | Austin |
Model | K3 | 16 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |