1952 Allard K3 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, both 1952 Allard K3 and 1952 Holden FX were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1952 Holden FX. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1952 Holden FX | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | K3 | FX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |