1952 Allard K3 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1959 Steyr 500 is newer by 7 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, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Allard | Steyr |
Model | K3 | 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |