1952 Allard K3 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
Model | K3 | 100 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |